BCBA, Behavior Day Services

Join the BuildAbility Team as the BCBA

Are you someone who finds joy in assisting others in reaching their goals? Currently, we're on the lookout for a BCBA to join our Options Behavioral Day Services Program. The BCBA will provide person-driven behavior day services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who have an identified need for additional behavior support.

Why work with us:

• Meaningful Mission: Be a part of a team that's transforming lives and empowering individuals within the community. Our mission is to carve out a space for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, encouraging them to envision a life without limitations and then guiding them toward turning that vision into a reality.
• Inclusive Environment: Join an organization that values diversity, anti-racism, and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation starting at $75,000 - $85,000/annually, along with a generous benefits package for full-time staff.
• If our values align with yours, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you!

As the BCBA, you will be responsible for:

• Conducts initial and annual functional behavior assessments for all program participants.
• Designs and implements behavior support plans that are reviewed and updated annually (or as needed) through a person-driven planning process.
• Provides and documents service hours sufficient to meet program requirements.

• Provides clinical supervision to staff providing 616 Behavior Technician services, including regular meetings, observations, treatment integrity assessments, and follow-up training.
• Trains direct support staff on proper implementation of behavior support plans; conducts retraining as needed for support plan revisions.
• Creates, updates, and maintains training materials for required 40-hour behavior-focused staff training; delivers training per program requirements; maintains training records.
• Conducts regular quality check observations and assessments to ensure procedural integrity of behavior service delivery; addresses performance issues related to behavior service delivery through remediation plans and retraining.

• Creates, updates, and maintains materials needed for service delivery, including but not limited to: data collection tools, communication tools, visual schedules, etc.
• Maintains data collection system; conducts weekly data collection audits to ensure accuracy.
• Prepares semi-annual (or as needed) progress reports including graphing, analyzing data, and making data-driven clinical recommendations.
• Maintains complete, accurate, and up-to-date records of behavior plans and services.

Schedule:

• Full-time, exempt 
• Monday to Friday (8:00 - 4:00 p.m.)

Work location:

• San Fernando CA, 91340

Compensation:

• Starting at $75,000 - $85,000/annually (dependent upon prior experience and qualifications).

Benefits (Full-Time Staff):

• 90% coverage for Medical and 100% coverage for Dental and Vision insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance for up to 2X the annual salary with Reliance Standard
• Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year
• 56 hours of paid sick leave
• 13 paid holidays per year
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity for Career Advancement

Qualifications:

• Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good, active standing with the BACB including the 8-hour supervision training certification, required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience providing BCBA services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working in an adult day program, preferred.
• Crisis Response Management Certification (or obtain within 60-days of hire).
• CPR/First Aid Certification (or obtain within 60-days of hire).
• Bilingual Spanish, preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Proof of Criminal Background Clearance.
• Proof of a passing physical exam and TB clearance.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to build trust and connection with participants, families, and team members across diverse backgrounds.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication, tailored to a variety of audiences and needs.
• Organized and attentive to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and follow-through.
• Tech-comfortable, with confidence using Microsoft Office Suite and electronic verification systems.
• Committed to confidentiality, discretion, and ethical, person-centered practices.
• Team-oriented and mission-driven, with a strong work ethic and a natural inclination toward collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
• Ability to stay calm and solution-focused in high-pressure situations.
• Strong clinical behavior analytic skills including supervision and training of direct support staff.